Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail vs Port Dundas 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 72910) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£199
Port Dundas 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 72910) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Port Dundas
★ 5.00
£199
| Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail | Port Dundas 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 72910) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Port Dundas |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 58.7% | 58.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £199 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Port Dundas 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 72910) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Port Dundas 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 72910) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
Port Dundas 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 72910) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is better value at £199 vs £199.
For beginners: Port Dundas 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 72910) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Port Dundas 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 72910) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Port?
Port Dundas 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 72910) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail
Only Port Dundas 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 72910) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)